Montgomery County
Montgomery County, or “Montco” as it’s colloquially known, is a vibrant blend of history, diversity, and modernity. The third-most populous county in Pennsylvania, Montgomery County is home to landmarks like Valley Forge National Historical Park and the King of Prussia Mall.
The county is not just a suburb of Philadelphia but a major employment center in its own right. With business parks in King of Prussia, Blue Bell, Lansdale, Fort Washington, and more, the county attracts workers from all over the region.
Montco is home to several colleges and universities, including Montgomery County Community College, Bryn Mawr College, and Penn State Abington.
Featuring a robust economy and rich educational and historical offerings, Montco is a dynamic place to live, work, study, shop, and play.
Explore our archive of nearly 300 stories about Montco’s residents, entrepreneurs, schools, businesses, and nonprofits below:
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A Relic of the Gilded Age, Historic Lynnewood Hall Will Soon be Open to the Public
Lynnewood Hall, the mansion tucked away just off Rt. 611 in Elkins Park has sat vacant for decades, but that will soon change. Last year,…
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As Wealth Migrates, Philadelphia Loses Income While Collar Counties Fluctuate
As residents continue flocking to the suburbs, Philadelphia lost the most wealth in total income from 2021 to 2022 in Pennsylvania, while Chester County is…
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SCORE Bucks County to Offer 10 Free Biz Workshops in September
In an ongoing effort to keep the small business community informed, SCORE Bucks County will offer 10 educational workshops for entrepreneurs and business owners in…
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Born to Fan: These Montco Families Celebrate Bruce Springsteen Together
For these Mongomery County natives, following Bruce Springsteen is a family tradition, reports Rosa Cartagena for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Bruce Springsteen performed at Citizens Bank…
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Lansdale Native Searches For, Finds the Voice of SEPTA, A 73-year-old Fellow Commuter
Lansdale native Jesse Bernstein asks the question commuters across the Philadelphia area want to know: “Who’s the man behind the voice of SEPTA?” Michelle Myers…
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SCORE Bucks County Helps Winemaker Increase Annual Revenues
Shakia Williams always had an appreciation for wine. When she and her now-husband, Clifford, started dating, the couple savored moments together visiting wineries and doing…
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Rise in Montco Democrats Could Sway Election
Montgomery County and the surrounding suburbs are seeing a surge in registered Democrats as the population increases, reports Katie Bernard and Assem Shukla for The…
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Bristol Township Among Fifty Pennsylvania Districts to Get Property Tax Relief
Bristol Township School District is among fifty school districts in the commonwealth that are poised to receive tax equity supplements from a total of $32…
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‘Our Crown Jewel’: Penn State Abington Breaks Ground for New Academic Building
Gary Liguori hosted his first public event on Aug. 8 as the new chancellor of Penn State Abington for a very compelling reason: to break ground for…
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Lupus Awareness Inspires Ardmore Family’s Successful Natural Skincare Line
A Montgomery County family is behind Ardmore-based Holland & Milan Organics, a natural skincare line inspired by a loved one lost to lupus, writes Kim…
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Main Line’s Best Consignment Shops Will Have You Covered this Fall
Consignment shops on Montco’s Main Line offer every style at discount prices, writes Ben Silver and Kylee Steigelman for Main Line Today. With baseball and…
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These Five Montco Gen Zers Among 13 Talented Overachievers Doing Big Things in Philly Suburbs
Five Montgomery County Gen Zers have found their place among the 13 talented overachievers doing big things around the Philadelphia suburbs, writes Gina Lizzo for…
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Aqua Pennsylvania Installs PFAS Treatment System at Montgomery County Well Station
Aqua Pennsylvania has completed the PFAS treatment system installation at its Perkiomen Woods well station in Montgomery County. This is the fourth PFAS treatment facility…
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Spirit Halloween Opens New Locations Across Bucks County for 2024 Season
Spirit Halloween has risen once again like a zombie from the old bones of former superstores nationwide, including several in Bucks County, writes Jess Rohan…
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Montgomery County Couple Transforms 90s Home into Screaming Goat Farm
In the last two years, Montgomery County’s Michael and Melissa Meacham turned an outdated 1990s home into a modern farmhouse they named the Screaming Goat…
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Bucks County Leadership: Jamila Winder, Chair, Montgomery County Board of Commissioners
Jamila Winder, Montgomery County Commissioner and Chair, spoke with BUCKSCO Today about growing up in East Norriton with parents who instilled ambition and work ethic…
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Two Montgomery County Watering Holes Recognized as the Oldest Bars/Taverns in the U.S.
Montgomery County is home to two of the oldest bars in the nation still operating. Erin Elizabeth covered the distinction in her historic ranking for…
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Bucks County Takes Top Ten Among Fastest-Growing Counties in Pennsylvania
Bucks County has emerged as a major player in Pennsylvania’s demographic landscape, securing the ninth spot among the fastest-growing counties in the state. According to…
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